Definition of "bandana" [bandana]

• A large kerchief, usually colourful and used either as headgear or as a handkerchief, neckerchief, bikini, or sweatband. (noun)
• A style of calico printing, in which white or bright spots are produced upon cloth previously dyed a uniform red or dark colour, by discharging portions of the color by chemical means, while the rest of the cloth is under pressure. (noun)

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• "I tied my bandana from a fan blade to the water hose to keep the engine dry till I could back out, what memories!!"
• "A patterned bandana is tied around the head under the hat."
• "West Midlands Police said the bandana is black and white with a number of white crescents and stars."